Abstract: A ‘ganged’ electrical generator with mechanical input into a rotor shaft that is used to produce alternating current (AC), the generator employing commonly used components arranged in a novel design to produce magnetic flux-induced current in copper or other conducting windings. The electrical generator is comprised, in part, of two or more rotors paralleling a vented stator and wherein the rotors contain fixed permanent magnets that, when rotated on the shaft of the generator, produce a magnetic field that induces a current in the windings and the permanent magnets are oriented in a manner incorporating features of a unipolar magnet so as to render the full magnetic field available to induce current which travels through the windings of the stator. The stators and rotors are constructed of modular portions for easy replacement and repair of faulty parts.

Abstract: A shroud for vertical axis wind turbines. The shroud contains vanes that direct airflow to the turbine blades to increase efficiency. The vanes in the shroud further provide a means to close entirely the turbine from adverse weather conditions. The vanes are operated utilizing electrical feedback from the rotational speed of the turbine.

Abstract: A protective sleeve used to cover and isolate tools such as cooking utensils, medical tools, industrial tools and the like from contaminants. The sleeve comprises an interior portion, an exterior portion, and an exterior trim and is comprised of a malleable material so that it may be crimped and secured to the end of any utensil or tool. The sleeve, being malleable, may also be shaped to supplement the utensil or tool. For example, a sleeve over a spatula could be shaped with lipped edges so as to allow the spatula to more easily hold and maneuver foods. An example of a use of the protective sleeve is to protect foods from cross-contamination of harmful bacteria that may be present on raw or undercooked meats.